This summer at Red we are working to enhance our winter product. While the bike park will not be in operation, there are a number of improvements currently underway in preparation for the 2008/09 ski season. With a deep snow base we have been able to get an early start on our brushing and pruning program and currently have a crew on mountain working to prune some of your favourite gladed areas including Powder Fields. This work will continue throughout the summer with extensive brushing to cut back alder and open up overgrown areas. Additionally, a new hiking and biking trail has been commissioned on Red Mountain this summer with an estimated completion date of late fall.

Red has also started a mechanical, structural and electrical audit of all chairlifts. This audit is being conducted by third party consultants to give a thorough assessment of all lift components and to ensure the best reliability for our guests.

Work on the new Caldera neighbourhood at the base of the mountain has also begun. Caldera will be built based on design guidelines supporting tree retention, a recreational trail network and environmental standards. For safety purposes the Caldera site will soon be closed to the public and trails will be rerouted around the construction area.

Red Central Reservations

We encourage visitors to take advantage of the wide variety of activities that Rossland has to offer. From biking and golfing to fishing, hiking, river rafting and more, there are numerous options for spring, summer and fall activities in Rossland.

For more information or for reservations contact Red Central Reservations at: 1(877) 969-7669 or www.redreservations.com

Now that the 2007/2008 season has come to a close, we want to express our gratitude to our loyal customers and passholders. With over 270 inches of snowfall and fun events for everyone, it was a fantastic season at Red Mountain.   Preparations are already underway for the 2008/2009 season to make the slopes of Red better than ever.  And don’t forget, it’s never too early to buy your season pass, so for BIG savings purchase next year’s pass  before May 31st at http://www.redresort.com/mountain/tickets/

Soon, it will be time to dust off the golf clubs, tune up your bike, and get out the fishing poles as summer is just around the corner! We also will be posting summer content to our website soon, so for those of you who are interested in returning to Red in the summer, you can come back to our site and browse through the amazing activities that Rossland has to offer in the summer. For bookings and further details contact Red Central Reservations at 1-877-969-7669 or visit www.redreservations.com  

The 2008 Canadian National Ski Cross Championships were a huge success today at Red with Chris Del Bosco taking home the Senior Mens Open title, and Anik Demers-Wild taking home the Womens title.  Top local and national talents raced in the event including Canadian National Ski Cross team members who have successfully competed in National and World Cup events.

The final divisions placed as follows:

Junior Womens

1. Sarah Floyd, 2. Katie Gibson

Junior Mens

1. Ross Nevison, 2. Mackenzie Bailey, 3. Jake Muffly,  4. Patrick Gibson

Open Womens

1. Anik Demers-Wild, 2. Kelsey Serwa, 3.Alyssa Wilson, 4. Maris Lus, 5. Justine Parent, 6. Julia Murray, 7. Andra Nedelcu, 8. Sarah Floyd

Open Mens

1. Chris Del Bosco, 2. Davey Barr, 3. Dave Duncan, 4. Stanley Hayer, 5. Eric Archer, 6. Alain Bovet, 7. Ben Thompson, 8. Matthew Torrie

For more information on the Canadian National Ski Cross Championship, visit www.ski-cross.ca 

About Ski Cross

An electrifying sport for participants and spectators alike, Ski Cross features four skiers racing simultaneously down a technically demanding course, which resembles a motocross track. Participants navigate man-made and natural rollers, jumps, banked turns and tabletops at speeds in excess of 70km/h, in a single elimination format where the fastest two skiers to cross the finish line in each heat, advance to the next round until the final heat determines the winner. This combination of terrain and format are guaranteed to make Ski Cross a full-on thrill ride for all involved.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC), recognizing it’s exciting potential, has inducted Ski Cross into the Olympic Games, where it will make it’s debut, as a full medal sport, in Vancouver 2010. Canada, being among the most proactive ski nations, has formed one of the first national organizations for governing Ski Cross. This organizations’ immediate objective is the achievement of medals in 2010 with the ultimate goal of seeing Ski Cross become a vital discipline in Canadian winter sport.

With 35cm of new snow in 24 hours, the mountain was busy today, with the Kokanee Slush Cup rounding off the epic day. Entrants tried to show off their best water-skiing style, but not everyone was successful, opting for spectacular ill eagle style wipeouts.

Red Sports is having an end of season sale!   Used skis from the rental shop are as cheap as $100 and boards are from $50 - $125!  Ski boots & Snowboard boots are $20 - $50 and you can get snowshoes for $100.  These prices can’t be beat so hurry to Red Sports soon!

Early Bird gets the savings - 2008/09 season passes are on sale now! As a thank you to current and future Red season passholders buy your 2008/09 season pass now and get last years prices until May 31st.  Buy now and save up to $211!

Plus, if you didn’t hold a pass in 07/08 purchase next year’s pass now to ski or ride the rest of this season for FREE!  Purchase your pass online at  www.redresort.com/mountain/tickets  or call 1-800-663-0105.

Congratulations to Gord Madge for doing what a lot of us could never do (and wish we could!). Gord Madge is 60 years old and yesterday was his 101st day in a row skiing at Red Mountain. We hope you don’t break that streak this year yet!

The 2008 Turkey Roast Pot Luck was a huge success this year thanks to Red Mountain Resort and the many turkey and ham donors.  The cafeteria was packed with guests who assisted in bringing in $282.77 in donations.  This year’s donations will go to BEAKS (Bird Emergency & Kare Society) out of Blueberry Creek, BC Charity # 86948 3750 RR0001.  For more information on how you too can contribute to BEAKS visit www.kics.bc.ca/beaks/

Turkey Roast organizer and Red Snowsports Instructor Tom Grubisic stated “The Red Mountain Community sure does know how to feed the Red Mountain Community”.  Thanks for all of your hard work Tom, and a big thank you to all those who donated food to the event. See you again next year!

It’s dumping! What a spring we’ve been having at Red.  We are nearing 100cm (40 inches) of snowfall so far this month and it’s predicted to snow throughout the rest of the week.
Come check out the final day of the Triple Threat today with the Rail Jam competition, then finish off the afternoon with the Turkey Roast (pot luck) starting at 4pm.  Bring a dish and indulge in some delicious food and a great community event perfect for the entire family.  See you on the slopes!

Red Mountain Resort is pleased to be hosting the Canadian National Ski Cross Championships March 31st & April 1st.  Registration is open to members of the Canadian Snowsport Association, Alpine Canada or the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association (if you are not a member you can register to become one for a $30.00 fee paid at the time of registration - bring ID and health insurance information with you).

The Categories are as follows:

1. K2 - 13 and 14 year olds (boys & girls)

2.  Junior 15 - 17 year olds (boys & girls)

3.  Open - 18 and over (men & women)

Note: Competitors under the age of 18 must pre-register and provide executed parental consent forms.  Registration is at the Red Mountain Resort day lodge, or by emailing events@redresort.com  Registration costs are: K2 and juniors $25, Open Class $75.  Discounted lift tickets will be available for athletes.

For further information visit www.ski-cross.ca  or email squires1@shaw.ca